Peter McGraw speaks to Diana Adams, the founder of the Chosen Family Law Center, Inc. and boutique LGBTQ family law and mediation firm Diana Adams Law & Mediation, PLLC. Both organizations serve primarily same-sex couples and non-nuclear families. Diana’s incredible TED talk "Why US laws must expand beyond the nuclear family" serves as the basis for the conversation. They suggest that, although the nuclear family model may no longer be the norm in the US. It's still the basis for social and economic benefits like health care, tax breaks, and citizenship. Diana contends that all families, regardless of biological relationship or legal marriage, are deserving of equal legal rights and recognition. Peter and Diana have a wide-ranging conversation that includes how Solos are affected by these laws – and present a call to action for aging Solos. Tune in to the “Solo Book Club: Minimizing Marriage” podcast here: https://petermcgraw.org/solo-book-club-minimizing-marriage/Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/

In this lively discussion, Laura Grant, an insightful author and repeat guest, dives into themes from Oliver Burkeman's '4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals.' The conversation explores our finite lives and how societal norms warp our relationship with productivity. They emphasize the power of community, the beauty of embracing mediocrity, and the importance of mindfulness in a world that often equates worth with productivity. Get ready to rethink your priorities and find joy in simply being 'good enough'!

In this episode, Peter McGraw speaks to Steve Ainslie, a remarkable Solo, about how Steve put his life back together after losing his wife.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/

Peter McGraw speaks to Mary Delia Allen about her book Enjoy Your Solo.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/

In this discussion, Dr. Erin Westgate, an assistant professor researching psychological richness, shares insights on leading a fulfilling life. She contrasts traditional notions of happiness with the rich experiences that foster personal growth. The conversation delves into embracing new challenges, redefining the 'good life', and the value of spontaneity, especially in singlehood. Dr. Westgate also explores non-monogamous relationships as pathways to deeper fulfillment, encouraging listeners to step beyond their comfort zones and savor life’s diverse offerings.

Peter McGraw welcomes Laura Grant and Amy Gahran into the Solo Studio for the first ever Solo book club. They discuss Elizabeth Brake's book: Minimizing Marriage: Marriage, Morality, and the Law.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/

Paul Farahvar, the host of the Singles Only podcast, and Julie Nirvelli, a frequent co-host of Solo, join Peter McGraw in the Solo Studio to talk about what they have learned hosting podcasts for proud singles.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/

Peter McGraw welcomes back Monique Murad (Freedom in Community) to play "Truth or Truth." It's a fun, thoughtful exchange--featuring conversation about how the Solo movement is bigger than Peter, Monique's "celebratory divorce," and a surprise question that makes Peter cry. Enjoy!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/

In Solo Episode 150: Looking Forward, Backward, and Inward, Peter McGraw talks about how he is experimenting with abstinence or sexual fasting—with an ambitious goal of “controlling the uncontrollable” in order to focus his attention and energy on other endeavors besides sex and dating. In this episode, Peter welcomes Nick Mennell, who lives a remarkable life in a chronic state of abstinence, to discuss this practice more deeply.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/

Kym Terribile and Peter McGraw discuss Peter's contract with Diversion Books to publish Solo in January 2024. They discuss the sales process, the ambitious writing deadline, and some plans for marketing Solo.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/